We can set up automatic monthly, quarterly or yearly donations for you. If you itemize deductions on your federal income tax return, your gifts of cash are fully deductible up to 50% of your adjusted gross income.

Your broker can assist you in making a gift of stock via a direct transfer to Group for the East End. Giving a gift of publicly traded stock that has increased in value and that you have owned for more than one year may provide greater tax benefits than giving cash. Your charitable income tax deduction is equal to the fair market value of the stock and you avoid paying the capital gains tax on any increase in the current value over the original cost of the stock.

If you would like to make a donation of stock, please note the following:

Help preserve the East End by naming the Group as a beneficiary in your estate plans. Whether it’s through your will, a trust, a retirement plan or an insurance policy, you can plan for the future, pass on your values, and make a lasting difference for the environment on eastern Long Island.

For more information, please contact vice president Aaron Virgin at 631-765-6450 x218. All calls are confidential.

You can contribute to Group for the East End through EarthShare of New York in your workplace charity campaign. EarthShare manages environmental giving campaigns for hundreds of corporate, federal and public workplaces across the country. When you contribute to Group for the East End through EarthShare of New York, your employer will automatically deduct a small amount of each paycheck to help the Group. You can also give a single gift that is distributed among all EarthShare New York members, covering a wide variety of environmental and conservation issues. See www.EarthShareNY.org or call 646-496-0319.

GiveBackAmerica.com is an online shopping mall created to raise money for local charities. The concept is simple — each time you make a purchase from your favorite online retailer (e.g. Target, Expedia, Amazon, Ebay), a percentage of the sale goes to your favorite charity. Best of all, there is no additional cost added to your purchase! Visit GiveBackAmerica.com and search for Group for the East End before you start shopping.

Make a donation to honor a family member, friend or colleague who has passed away. Simply write or call us with the name of the person(s) you are memorializing, as well as the name and address of the person(s) who will be notified about your donation. You can pay for your gift with a check or credit card. Call 631-765-6450, ext. 216.

Increase the value of your cash contribution to Group for the East End with your employer’s matching gift plan. Please take the time to contact your personnel office to find out if your company will match your contribution. Call 631-765-6450, ext. 216, for more information.

You can contribute to Group for the East End through Workplace Giving in your workplace charity campaign. Earth Share manages environmental giving campaigns for nearly sixty local, statewide, national and international organizations. By contributing to Group for the East End through Earth Share of New York, you may pledge that a small amount of each paycheck be automatically deducted to help the Group. You can also give a single gift that is distributed among all of its members, covering the widest variety of environmental and conservation issues.

Give to Group for the East End to commemorate someone’s birthday, anniversary or achievement! You can donate a specific dollar amount. We will send a personalized gift card to the person you are honoring. Call 631-765-6450, ext. 216.

When you support the Group, you’re protecting the environment of the East End.
You’re helping us to advocate, you’re educating kids and adults. When you support the Group, you’re making a difference that matters today… and tomorrow.

Join us for a full moon hike under the “Beaver Moon” in the enchanting Downs Farm Preserve. Unfamiliar with the “Beaver Moon”, well come hear why the Native Americans called the November Moon the Beaver Moon. This hike is perfect for the whole family. Sturdy shoes and flashlights/headlamps are recommended.
For more information, please contact Aaron at 631-765-6450 x218 or acvirgin@eastendenvironment.org

Saturday, November 24, 2018 from 9 a.m. to noon
The river otter (Lontra canadensis) was once found on most rivers, lakes, ponds and shallow estuaries (both fresh and saltwater) throughout North America. Unregulated trapping for its valuable pelt during the Fur Trade era (mid-1500s to mid 1800s) resulted in the extirpation of otters from much of its historic range, including Long Island. Since the implementation of wildlife conservation laws in the early 1900s, and the passage of water quality and habitat protection measures more recently, otters have made a remarkable comeback, including here on Long Island.
Learn about the Long Island Otter Survey and how to get involved. The program will meet at the Group For The East End office (54895 Main Road/Rte. 25, Southold), where wildlife biologist Mike Bottini will give a short presentation explaining what otter “sign” looks like and where to look for it. We will then head out into the field to visit several known otter sites in the Southold area. To register or inquire about additional information, please contact Mike Bottini at mike@peconic.org or 631-267-5228.

Take pride in your town by joining one or more (or even all!) trail cleanups this fall in one of the many preserves that make up the Bay to Sound Trail System. Activities include: trail clearing, raking/spreading wood chips, and garbage removal from legacy dumping. Gloves, bags and necessary equipment will be provided, as well as water and snacks. Perfect feel good activity for the soul or if you have community volunteer service requirements.

For more information, please contact Aaron at 631-765-6450 x218 or acvirgin@eastendenvironment.org